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The Impact of Online Classes on Students Mental Health
Image by Madison Kopp By Anna Birk, Copy Editor Now that students have moved into the 2021-2022 academic year, Ohio University has returned to a full campus; students sprinting to classes, professors grabbing coffee and every coffee shop packed to the brim. During the 2020-2021 academic year, Ohio University gave students the option to attend in-person, hybrid or fully online classes. This option was given based on a course-enrollment basis, with several classes maintaining
Variant Magazine
Oct 28, 20213 min read


The Effect of Masks on Communication
By Grace Dearing, Web Editor Since the beginning of time, humans have adapted to the ever-evolving trends of communication. From the early script and telegraphs to telephones and now instant messaging, communication has progressed rapidly. One variable that has remained consistent, though, is our reliance on facial expressions to intimately converse with the people around us. As the COVID-19 pandemic persists, so too do state mandates for masks and facial coverings in public
Variant Magazine
Feb 3, 20213 min read


How to Avoid “Groundhog Day” Monotony During the Pandemic
Illustration by Olivia Dutkewych By Molly Livingston, Blogger Photo from Google In the 1993 classic film “Groundhog Day,” Bill Murray plays a news anchor who finds himself living the same day over and over again. Unable to break the cycle and reach Feb. 3, he starts to go crazy. Since the COVID-19 Pandemic has taken over, I know I have had many days feel the exact same. Now that Groundhog Day has arrived, here are five ways to make sure you don’t get stuck in it while also
Variant Magazine
Feb 2, 20212 min read


#MaskedUp: The New Normal
By Jonathan Pierron, Executive Editor As we move further into the global COVID-19 pandemic, wearing a mask has become a new normal for...
Variant Magazine
Aug 10, 20201 min read
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